Information about Aspirin and Oxycodone

Generic Name : Aspirin and Oxycodone
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Aspirin and Oxycodone are provided here.

Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y45.1 Therapeutic Classification : Analgesics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Aspirin and Oxycodone

International :

Codoxy, Percodan, Percodan-Demi

Why is Aspirin and Oxycodone Prescribed? (Indications)

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. The drug decreases the substances that cause pain and inflammation.

When should Aspirin and Oxycodone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with bleeding disorder and known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Aspirin and Oxycodone?

The usual dosage is one tablet every 6 hours as needed for pain. The maximum daily dose of aspirin should not exceed 4 grams or 12 tablets.

How should Aspirin and Oxycodone be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Aspirin and Oxycodone?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of constipation, lung or breathing problems, curvature of the spine, heart problems, low blood pressure, dehydration, low blood volume, shock, head injury, stroke, kidney or liver problem, any allergy, who are taking other medications, mental disorder, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• It may cause constipation, drink adequate water.

• It may cause severe bleeding; avoid bruising or injury.

What are the side effects of Aspirin and Oxycodone?

Most common - Lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness or sedation, nausea and vomiting.
Body as a Whole - Allergic reactions, uneasiness, weakness, headache, fever, chills, increased thirst and sweating, accidental overdose and non-accidental overdose.
Heart - Fast heart rate, low blood pressure and fainting.
Central and Peripheral Nervous System - Unresponsiveness, tingling, agitation, coma, confusion, headache, lethargy, seizures, anxiety, mental impairment, drug dependence, drug abuse, depression, nervousness and hallucinations.
Fluid and Electrolyte - Dehydration.
Gastrointestinal - Gastric/duodenal ulcer, gastric/peptic ulcer, indigestion, abdominal pain, diarrhea, eructation, dry mouth, gastrointestinal bleeding, intestinal perforation, intestinal obstruction and ileus.
Ear - Hearing loss and ringing in the ear.
Blood - Bruising and decreased blood counts.
Hypersensitivity - Severe allergic reactions like hives, itching and rash.
Metabolic - Low/high sugar, acidity and alkalosis (body fluids with excess base).
Musculoskeletal - Muscle weakness.
Eye - Visual disturbances and red eye.
Respiratory - Asthma, difficulty in breathing, lung swelling and aspiration.
Skin - Hives, rash and flushing.
Genitourinary - Kidney inflammation, papillary necrosis, presence of protein in urine, kidney insufficiency and failure, urinary retention, prolonged pregnancy and labor, stillbirths, lower birth weight infants and postpartum bleeding.